Location & Directions to SEA LIFE London

Getting here by Tube

The nearest tube stations to SEA LIFE London are Westminster and Waterloo.

WESTMINSTER TUBE

Westminster tube is on the Circle, Jubilee and District lines. From Westminster, exit onto Westminster Bridge (Exit 1) and then cross over the Bridge. SEA LIFE London Aquarium is visible from the bridge.

Station accessibility: 

There is step-free access from street to platform with lifts available. 

WATERLOO TUBE 

Waterloo tube is on the Northern, Bakerloo, Waterloo & City lines. From Waterloo follow the exit signs for the South Bank (Exit 6) and walk towards the London Eye.

Station accessibility: 

There is step-free access to and from the Jubilee Line only, the other lines are accessed via a combination of escalators and steps.

SEA LIFE London Aquarium is in County Hall, next to the London Eye.

For more information visit Journey Planner.

Getting here by Train

WATERLOO STATION

The nearest train station to SEA LIFE is Waterloo. From Waterloo follow the exit signs for the South Bank and walk towards the London Eye. SEA LIFE London Aquarium is in County Hall, next to the London Eye.

Station accessibility:

Exits 2 (Waterloo Road) and 3 (Station Approach) are step-free. Exits 4 and 5 (Victory Arch) have steps. 

CHARING CROSS STATION

Charing Cross train station is also near to SEA LIFE London Aquarium. From Charing Cross take the exit next to platform 1 for Hungerford Bridge; go over the bridge and follow signs for Jubilee Gardens. Follow the river front past the London Eye and the Aquarium is on your left.

Station accessibility:

Platforms 1 - 6 have level access from the main concourse. There is level access throughout the station.

For more information visit The Trainline and Journey Planner.

TRAVELLING BY NATIONAL RAIL?

Guests planning to travel by train to our attractions can visit National Rail to find their nearest train station and plan their journey. 

Getting here by Car

Driving and parking close to SEA LIFE London Aquarium may be challenging due to our central London location. Usually it is quicker and easier to take public transport to reach us. However if you prefer to drive, we have agreements in place with the following local car parks.

Q-Park Car Park

• 30% discount across all their Central London locations (including Chinatown, Trafalgar & Leicester Square)
• To receive your discount please visit https://www.q-park.co.uk/en-gb/cities/london/, click on Pre-Booking and use the promotional code SEALIFE when making your booking

National Theatre car park

• A secure underground car park within suitable walking distance from SEA LIFE London Aquarium
• Opening hours are Mon-Sun: 0700-1900
• The spaces are suitable for vehicles up to the size of a Large - (4x4)
• Find out more here: https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/your-visit/getting-here/car-park/ 

Please be aware of the central London Congestion Charge, which typically runs from Monday-Friday. The information line for the Congestion Charge is 0845 900 1234. Alternatively, visit the Congestion Charge Zone Website.

Details of local NCP carparks can be found here.

Getting here by Bus

There are a large number of bus services which stop in the vicinity of Waterloo or Westminster Bridge Road (both accessible to the Aquarium).

• For Westminster Bridge Road, take the 12, 53, 59, 76, 148, 159, 211 or 341.
• For Belvedere Road (just behind the Aquarium, parallel to the South Bank), take the 77 or RV1.
• For York Road (next to Waterloo and behind the Aquarium) take the 211, 77 or 381.

Many other buses stop in Waterloo Road, which is a few minutes walk from the Aquarium. These include 1,4, 26, X68, 76, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 243, 507 and 638.

All the London sightseeing buses also pick up and drop off at these points.

For more information visit Journey Planner.

There are designated coach drop-off points at the corner of Belvedere Road and Chicheley Street, next to Jubilee Gardens.
You will need a 20 minute pick up/drop off permit that can be obtained by phoning 0870 990 8886 (calls cost 13p per minute plus network extras).

Bus Accessibility: 

All London buses are low-floor vehicles, and bus travel is free for wheelchair users.

Low-floor buses are accessible to everyone including those using wheelchairs, with baby buggies (prams/strollers), with assistance dogs or with other mobility requirements. Every bus also has a retractable ramp.

Getting here on foot

SEA LIFE London Aquarium is a 15 minute walk from Trafalgar Square in the centre of London. Just head straight down Northumberland Avenue, across the Golden Jubilee bridge and straight up The Queens Walk to our entrance! 

Getting here by Taxi

SEA LIFE London Aquarium is located in a central location next to the London Eye and near Waterloo station so all black cab drivers will know the location.

Should you encounter any problems please direct your driver to Belvedere road by Waterloo Station. There is a taxi rank located five minutes from the attraction at the bottom of the London Eye landscape should guests wish to get a taxi after their visit.